The 19th edition of the International Comics Forum (FiBaD) officially opened on May 14, 2026, in Tétouan, Morocco. Organized by the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication in partnership with the National Institute of Fine Arts of Tétouan and the association Chouf, the event runs until May 17, 2026.
This year's forum brings together over 50 comic artists and illustrators from 15 countries, including Morocco, France, Belgium, Spain, and Egypt. The program includes exhibitions, workshops, and roundtable discussions focused on the theme 'Comics and Cultural Diversity.'
Key partners include the French Institute of Morocco, Wallonia-Brussels, and the Center for Mediterranean Integration. The event aims to promote comic art as a tool for intercultural dialogue and to support emerging Moroccan artists.
